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Besides the proved applications of ion exchange resins (IER) in various industries, biochemists have found their uses in medicines also. The development and use of synthetic ion exchange resins for kidney dialysis is a relatively recent achievement. The artificial kidney uses cellulose membranes in place of the phospholipid-bilayer membranes used by real kidneys to separate the components of blood. Polymeric ion exchange resins are insoluble, so when taken orally, pass through gastrointestinal tract (GIT) without being absorbed. In malfunctioned kidney, sodium and calcium polystyrene sulfonate resins are designed to exchange sodium for potassium in the colon, for use in the treatment of hyperkalemia. It is predicted that additional therapeutic applications may be found for ion exchange resins in the coming years.
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Fazal-Ur-Rehman, Khan, S.N. (2012). Application of Ion Exchange Resins in Kidney Dialysis. In: Inamuddin, D., Luqman, M. (eds) Ion Exchange Technology II. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-4026-6_8
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